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Post Modernism

Post Modernism is defined as an attitude toward the social world in its current state of historical development. It is described as more of a diagnosis, than a theory. (Rosenau, 1992). Creswell writes that part of applying this view when conducting research is the need to “deconstruct texts” which include readings and writings to bring to the surface concealed hierarchies, as well as dominations, oppositions, inconsistencies, and contradictions. (Creswell, 2013).

This perspective can be useful in studies that are using content analysis, narrative or case studies. In analyzing the data researchers can aim to highlight any issues or concerns, especially in studies where there is hands on interfacing between researcher and communities (or individuals being studied).

Some of the most criticisms of Post modernism are as follows:

1. ” It rejects reason.” Postmodernists actually use reason extensively in their arguments. They also insist that reason should incorporate non – reason and the irrational.

2. “It denies reality.” This criticism is based on the belief that reality is socially, linguistically, historically, or culturally constructed. This is wrong because, revealing the way in which reality is constituted does not make it any less real. According to Post Modernism, that which is real may not be representable but can still have important effects, so the real needs to be considered alongside the not-real, the imaginary, the virtual, and the actual.

3. ” Anything goes—all meanings have equal value.” This criticism suggests that because postmodernism has no way of differentiating between and valuing perspectives, it is unethical and amoral. On the contrary, postmodernism argues that the question of values must remain open, even when decided—and moral ethical challenges are a matter for eternal return.

References –

Rosenau, P. (1992). Post – Modernism and the Social Sciences: Princeton, NJ: Princeton University Press

Creswell, J.W. (2013). Qualitative Inquiry & Research Design: Choosing Among The Five Approaches. Thousand Oaks, CA: Sage Publications, Inc.

Linstead, S. (2010). Postmodernism. In Albert J. Mills, G. Durepos, & E. Wiebe (Eds.), Encyclopedia of Case Study Research. (pp. 695-702). Thousand Oaks, CA: SAGE Publications, Inc. doi: 10.4135/9781412957397.n259

Investigating the impact of calibration performance management systems on employee satisfaction through a phenomenological study

I seek to investigate if there is a relationship between employee motivation and the way in which their performance is evaluated and communicated to them. If employers can be given some insight on how to effectively increase employee motivation, they can directly impact corporate culture, which in turn may contribute to overall positive company performance. I seek to take a look at the calibration model used in performance management systems in corporate environments and determine the impact on employee motivation. Through the use of interview, guided by specific questions, I have collected information from three employees at different levels within the same department at a large international organization. I am in the process of analyzing the results and drawing a conclusion on what I have found, as far as common themes and unexpected perceptions and feelings about the experience of being evaluated using calibration.

It was a little confusing decided whether to choose a phenomenological or social constructivism approach, but I think that capturing the feelings and the experience of going through the process can lead to a more honest view of the impact on motivation, if any.

It would be helpful to get more information that clearly defines the creation, implementation and also different views on using calibration to evaluate employee performance. This would help get the organizational view point on the topic, for a well rounded conversation.

Introduction – Sheena

After a year and a half here at Baruch, pursuing a Masters degree in Corporate Communication, I am now starting to formulate the ideas for my thesis. My research will focus on the different corporate performance evaluation systems used today, and their effect on employee motivation. My professional background is primarily in accounting and auditing with a specialization in financial services, however my experience has brought me upon interesting people and situations in the corporate workplace. These encounters have lead me to take a closer look at corporate culture through research.

All the best to my fellow classmates!

 

 



Comments:

"Thanks for following up Courtney! Have a good time with your parents and safe travels back up north!"
posted on Jul 15, 2013, on the post Delayed Presentation Follow-up

"I would like to know if the five categories of the attributes related to illness representation were defined through the research, or beforehand? You mention the researchers were able to use these attributes to formulate their hypothesis and I was wondering if it was defined by them then how would this effect results because I think I want to define some factors myself, but I don't want to introduce any bias? Should I even worry about this? Hi Sheena, you might ask the Chapter 5 team about this. ~KL"
posted on Jun 12, 2013, on the post CHAPTER 4: Five Qualitative Approaches to Inquiry

"Like others in the class this chapter does intrigue me on Creswell's view about looking inside an organization. I will take into consideration these factors when interviewing people within my organization and even those in similar environments."
posted on Jun 12, 2013, on the post Chapter 7: Data Collection